Solution Architect Microsoft Fabric (Azure Data Platform)
Role: Solution Architect Microsoft Fabric (Azure Data Platform)
Location: Onsite Naperville
Role Summary:
• Looking for a Solution Architect to design and implement modern data platforms using Microsoft Fabric
• Strong hands-on experience with Azure data services is mandatory; Microsoft Fabric exposure is optional
Data Platform & Architecture Responsibilities:
• Design end-to-end data platform architectures aligned with enterprise needs
• Implement Medallion architecture (Bronze, Silver, Gold layers)
• Develop scalable data models including star schema and semantic layers
• Ensure performance, scalability, and reliability of data platforms
Azure Data Engineering & Services:
• Work hands-on with Azure data services including:
• Azure Data Factory
• Azure Synapse Analytics
• Azure Data Lake Storage
• Azure SQL Database
• Build and optimize ETL/ELT data pipelines
• Write and optimize advanced SQL queries
• Work with Spark/PySpark for data processing
Power BI & Semantic Layer:
• Develop and manage Power BI dashboards and reports
• Implement data modeling and DAX calculations
• Optimize performance and semantic layer design
Governance & Security:
• Implement data security models including RBAC and RLS
• Maintain data governance practices and basic data lineage understanding
• Ensure compliance with enterprise data policies
Solution Architecture & Delivery:
• Design scalable, enterprise-grade data solutions
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align architecture with business requirements
• Provide technical leadership and architectural guidance
Preferred Skills:
• Experience with Microsoft Fabric (Lakehouse, Warehouse, OneLake)
• Understanding of AI + data concepts (RAG, Copilot)
• Knowledge of API and integration patterns
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines for data platforms
Nice to Have:
• Experience with Microsoft Purview
• Exposure to real-time analytics solutions
• Understanding of multi-tenant architecture
• Familiarity with Azure Databricks (optional)